The Washington State Hiking Podcast
Welcome to the The Washington State Hiking Podcast with your host, Jennie Thwing Flaming. Along with part time co-host and guidebook author Craig Romano, she provides practical and timely seasonal hiking advice for hikers, trail runners and potential hikers of all skill and ability levels that is practical, accurate, fun and inclusive. We cover hikes near Seattle and Tacoma as well as hikes all across Washington from the rain forests of the Olympic Peninsula to the Shrub Steppe of Eastern Washington.
Jennie is a middle aged, plus sized, frequently solo slow hiker and a born and raised Washingtonian and has enjoyed Washington's trails her entire life. Craig is a trail runner and ultra marathoner who also loves the mellow walk close to home. Originally from New Hampshire, he has made his home in Washington for more than 30 years. He the author of more than 20 guidebooks covering trails across Washington State and beyond.
The Washington State Hiking Podcast
Latest Episodes
Fires and Smoke across Washington this summer
Craig shares reflections on this year's record fire season and some places that are so far less impacted for hikers. AirNow for Air qualityWashing...
Color. Comfort. Connection. Community. A conversation with Denice Rochelle at the Bronze Chapter
Denice from the Bronze Chapter joins Jennie and Craig to share about her work teaching outdoor skills and belonging to People of Color in the North Sound and beyond. The Bronze Chapter<...
Unurban Urban Hikes in Bellingham
Craig shares his favorite urban hikes in Bellingham with Jennie.Our sponsor for the month of July is Visit Bellingham/Whatcom County- thank you!
